Justin Crosswhite

Justin Crosswhite is a Teaching Instructor in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences at Oklahoma State University (OSU), serving as the Youth Livestock Extension Specialist for Oklahoma. He has been with OSU since 2016 and holds a BS from OSU (2012) and an MS in Animal Sciences from the University of Florida (2016). His role focuses on training educators, volunteers, and youth in livestock production practices, judging, and advocacy for meat animal industries. He advises undergraduate students and oversees the Oklahoma State University Block and Bridle Club.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Animal Science, Oklahoma State University (2012)
• Master of Science in Animal Sciences, University of Florida (2016)

Research & Extension:

• Program emphasizes youth livestock education, production practices, and industry advocacy
• Collaborates on the 'Ok Master Stockman' initiative (2007–2029), a grant-funded educational project

Labs/Teams:

• Advisor of the Block and Bridle Club
• Involved in the Meat Animal Evaluation Team